Exterior lighting: brake lights
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain 2014-2019 M6 Gran Coupe vehicles. The third brake light may become loose, possibly allowing the light to detach from the vehicle.
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2017 BMW M6Recalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 1 owner complaint for the 2017 BMW M6. Most complaints involve electrical system (1) and structure (1). The EPA rates it 16–17 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
16–17mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
2campaigns
Latest Feb 2020
Owner complaints
1
Top: electrical system
Fuel cost / yr
$4,550est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
2 NHTSA campaigns · applies to some vehicles, check your VIN
Air bags
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BMW of North America, LLC (BMW) is recalling certain model year 2017 BMW 640i, 640i xDrive, 650i, 650i xDrive, M6, 535i, 535i xDrive, 430i, 430i xDrive, 440i, 440i xDrive, M4, X1 sDrive28i, X1 xDrive28i, i3, i8, Rolls-Royce Dawn, Mini Clubman Cooper, Clubman Cooper S, Cooper All4, Cooper S All4, Mini 4-Door Cooper, Cooper S, Mini 2-Door Cooper, Cooper S, John Cooper Works and 2016 BMW 528i, 528i xDrive, 535i, 535i xDrive, 550i, 550i xDrive, M5 and 535d vehicles. The affected vehicles have seat- mounted side air bag inflator initiators that may fail to ignite during a crash.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · All recall detailsNHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
1 complaints filed with NHTSA · May 2025 – May 2025
- Electrical system1
- Structure1
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Electrical system
1 report
“Rear third brake light come loose, (I found all the nuts behind de leather of the car)causing the light to fall off. Also making the roof leak, water drain to the under seat, and the battery compartment, running thru the seat belt. This cause mold In the carpet under the rear seat and also in the battery compartment is located the fuel pump module, and the parking brake module, and un hopefully the is no water drain on that compartment, so it fills up with water. Low pressure fuel pump stop working and the parking brake too.”
Structure
1 report
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
6 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Subcompact Cars, Compact Cars
- Engines
- 4.4L 8-cyl turbo
- Transmissions
- Manual 6-spd · Automatic (AM-S7)
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M6 Convertible Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,550 | 519 |
| M6 Coupe Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,550 | 519 |
| M6 Gran Coupe Man 6-spd, 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 15 | 22 | 17 | $4,550 | 519 |
| M6 Convertible Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,850 | 553 |
| M6 Coupe Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,850 | 553 |
| M6 Gran Coupe Auto (AM-S7), 8 cyl, 4.4 L, Turbo · Rear-Wheel Drive | 14 | 20 | 16 | $4,850 | 553 |
- 17mpg comb.
- 17mpg comb.
- 17mpg comb.
- 16mpg comb.
- 16mpg comb.
- 16mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
3 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 BMW M6 as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA NCAP Safety Ratings API · synced Nov 10, 2026Vehicle 11460Vehicle 11459Vehicle 11458
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2017 M6 questions
How many recalls does the 2017 BMW M6 have?
2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
What are the most common 2017 BMW M6 problems?
Owners filed 1 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are electrical system (1), structure (1). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2017 BMW M6 get?
The EPA rates the 2017 BMW M6 at 16–17 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026